YouTube released its annual Rewind for 2013, listing the top 10 videos of the year. Unsurprisingly, music videos and comedy are well-represented, although a few marketing campaigns also gained enough traction to make the list.
Netflix App Updated for iOS 7 with HD and AirPlay Support
Netflix on Thursday released the iOS 7 update for its popular video streaming app. The new version brings support for HD quality playback and AirPlay capability, along with the usual performance and stability improvements. Grab it now from the iOS App Store.
Netflix Individual Profiles Begin Rollout Today
After years of speculation, months of testing, and some public demonstrations, Netflix has finally rolled out individual profiles for shared family accounts, one of the service’s most requested features. The new feature gives users the ability to create unique profiles for each member of the household, complete with separate settings, viewing histories, and instant queues. When using supported devices, a Netflix Instant Streaming user simply chooses the corresponding profile and then is able to enjoy customized content without contaminating (or…
Apple to Broadcast WWDC Keynote Live via Apple TV and Safari
Continuing its recent trend of live-streaming product keynotes, Apple early Monday activated the “Apple Special Event” page for its WWDC keynote today. Instead of following liveblogs and getting just bits and pieces of information, Apple fans will be able to watch the entire keynote live. The WWDC keynote will be streamed via the Apple Events channel on the Apple TV and online for Mac and iOS device users. For the online stream, users must have Safari 4 or later and…
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Ratings Firm Nielsen Tests New Method to Measure Online Viewers
As a growing number of consumers view content online, one of the biggest challenges facing the television industry is finding a reliable and universal method to measure this digital viewership. According to The Wall Street Journal, ratings giant Nielsen thinks it has the solution. The firm is expected to announce Tuesday that it is testing a new tool to measure online video streaming with help from several major networks, including NBC, FOX, ABC, Univision, Discovery, and A&E. The tool, called…
Apple Dominates 2012 Digital Video Purchases and Rentals
While Netflix controls subscription-based online video, Apple dominates online video purchases and rentals in the U.S., according to a new report from the NPD Group. Apple’s iTunes held a commanding lead in both categories during 2012, reaching unit shares of 67 and 65 percent for online TV Show and Movie purchases, respectively. Microsoft’s still developing Xbox Video service and Amazon’s Instant Video took third and fourth place in terms of digital purchases. Online movie rentals were also controlled by Apple,…